Sports-tech firm Euphoria launches hypoxic training support for Kokushikan University's elite athletic clubs

Euphoria, the developer of the athlete data management system 'ONE TAP SPORTS,' has launched a hypoxic training support program for elite athletic clubs at Kokushikan University, effective April 2026. This initiative involves providing training methods in hypoxic environments using Daikin Industries' 'OXORA' system, while visualizing the data collected through Euphoria's 'ONE TAP SPORTS' platform. By centrally managing both the training environment and daily condition data, the program aims to scientifically optimize athlete performance. Kokushikan University prioritizes the improvement of its elite clubs, such as the track and field (ekiden) team, while also looking toward coach development and academic research. In endurance sports, high-altitude hypoxic training is widely used globally to improve VO2 max and promote physiological adaptation. However, traditional high-altitude training camps involve significant costs and logistical challenges, limiting their continuous implementation in university sports. Recently, installing dedicated hypoxic rooms in flatland facilities has become more common. To maximize effectiveness, it is essential to record and analyze data such as weight, heart rate, sleep, and subjective condition alongside training loads. This initiative reproduces high-altitude environments equivalent to 1,200m–3,900m above sea level while remaining on flat ground, delivering both training methods and daily data management. Euphoria provides comprehensive support by integrating training methodology with data management to ensure the system is utilized effectively. Looking ahead, the company aims to leverage this partnership for coach development programs and academic research on the effects of hypoxic training.